Program Specialist

State of Oklahoma • Lawton, OK

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Program Specialist performs professional-level work managing, coordinating, or directing a component of an agency or institutional program. The role may involve program administration, staff services, policy and procedure development, budget or fiscal support, personnel administration, physical plant operations, or other management functions. This position is assigned to the Lawton Correctional and Rehabilitation Facility/Program Services and is an on-site role that is not eligible for remote work.

At this level, responsibilities are limited in size or scope and may involve supervising, directing, managing, coordinating, or implementing programs or functions within an agency. The role requires applying public administration and program-management knowledge, advising agency personnel or the public on governing rules and regulations, and supporting the administration of assigned programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and one year of professional or technical administrative experience in business or public administration, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of qualifying experience for each year of required education.
• Technical administrative experience includes highly complex clerical work gained under the direct supervision of a professional supervisor or manager.
• Knowledge of organization and management methods, public administration, agency policies and procedures, grant or contract program requirements, the legislative process, basic research and statistical techniques, and applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; communicate effectively orally and in writing; establish and develop training programs; exercise good judgment in analyzing situations and making decisions; and organize and present facts and opinions.
• Some positions require willingness and ability to perform all job-related travel.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and/or directs an agency or institutional program component or a major division, program, or function.
• Interprets and advises agency personnel and the general public on departmental rules, regulations, and laws governing agency programs.
• Prepares administrative, statistical, and/or fiscal documents related to departmental activity.
• Provides supervision or direction to assigned staff in planning, promoting, and implementing programs in accordance with agency policies and goals.
• Advises on future resource requirements and program priorities, estimates activity timelines, and develops policies, rules, and regulations consistent with state and federal law.
• Plans, develops, and conducts training, seminars, meetings, or clinics as required; represents the agency at meetings, seminars, and conferences.
• Drafts policies and procedures and develops contract or grant proposals.
• Reviews proposed legislation and recommends changes; may serve as a legislative liaison.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level